Securing geographical indications in China can be difficult for brand owners, but gaining a thorough understanding the current examination practices will increase the chances of success. The CNIPA issued guidelines last year that clarify the boundaries of these rights, which should bolster post-registration protection.
WTR sits down with the first deputy director of the Ukrainian IP Office to discuss the importance of protecting national symbols.
EUIPO representatives explain how the office is preparing for an expanded, centralised GI remit to future-proof Europe’s cultural heritage.
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05 March 2024
The Scotch Whisky Association has filed an infringement suit that sheds light on the interaction between registered owners and authorised users of geographical indications when it comes to the right to sue in India.
15 February 2024
Local experts unpick the differences between two regulations on the registration, administration and protection of geographical indications, set to enter into effect today.
01 February 2024
A key provision is found in Article 22 of the law, which authorises "places of culture" to register "the trademark that characterises them" and "grant the use of that mark to third parties for a fee".
29 January 2024
Clear guidance on the value of protected food and drink name status is vital to ensure businesses have the right amount of protection and are prepared to use it when needed, argues this week’s Saturday opinion.
13 January 2024
We continue our series highlighting recent Legal Updates that you may have missed by looking at success stories in the food and beverage sector - with three of the four cases reviewed involving GIs for alcoholic beverages.
10 January 2024
Ford’s use of the GI ‘Cognac’ for its ‘COGNAC Special Edition’ series was found to constitute unfair competition.
07 December 2023
This is the first time that the Court of Appeal has considered the operation and interpretation of various provisions under the Geographical Indications Act.
27 November 2023
WTR’s monthly column tracks trademark and related policy developments, including the progress of major bills, from around the world.
15 November 2023
Among other key points, the draft regulations transfer the examination and approval process from the AQSIQ to the CNIPA, introduce a good-faith requirement and expound the examination procedure.
26 October 2023
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